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Daqo New Energy Corp ADR (DQ)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/30/2025: DQ (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $21.1
1 Year Target Price $21.1
2 | Strong Buy |
3 | Buy |
4 | Hold |
0 | Sell |
0 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -9.09% | Avg. Invested days 25 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 1.01B USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 21.1 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 21.1 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 9 | Beta 0.57 | 52 Weeks Range 12.41 - 30.85 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 12.41 - 30.85 | Updated Date 06/30/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) - | Basic EPS (TTM) -6.51 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -58.63% | Operating Margin (TTM) -92.04% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) -4.74% | Return on Equity (TTM) -9.33% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 21.37 | Enterprise Value -1081974896 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38 |
Enterprise Value -1081974896 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.38 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.33 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 6.67 | Shares Outstanding 67056700 | Shares Floating 216692286 |
Shares Outstanding 67056700 | Shares Floating 216692286 | ||
Percent Insiders 18.13 | Percent Institutions 51.36 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 3 | Target Price 21.1 | Buy 3 | Strong Buy 2 |
Buy 3 | Strong Buy 2 | ||
Hold 4 | Sell - | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Daqo New Energy Corp ADR

Company Overview
History and Background
Daqo New Energy Corp. was founded in 2006. It is a leading manufacturer of high-purity polysilicon for the solar photovoltaic (PV) industry. Initially focused on supplying China's growing solar market, it has expanded globally.
Core Business Areas
- Polysilicon Manufacturing: Production and sale of high-purity polysilicon, a key raw material for solar panels.
Leadership and Structure
The company is led by CEO Longgen Zhang. It operates with a corporate structure focused on polysilicon production and global sales.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- High-Purity Polysilicon: Daqo New Energy's primary product, essential for solar cell manufacturing. They produce multiple grades of polysilicon. They are the fourth largest polysilicon company, with around 11% market share. Competitors include GCL Technology, Wacker Chemie, and Tongwei.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The solar PV industry is experiencing rapid growth driven by increasing demand for renewable energy. Government incentives and declining costs are key drivers. China is the dominant player in polysilicon production.
Positioning
Daqo New Energy is positioned as a leading producer of high-purity polysilicon, benefiting from economies of scale and technological advancements. They aim to maintain a competitive cost structure.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global polysilicon market for solar PV is projected to reach billions of dollars annually. Daqo is well-positioned within this TAM.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Cost-efficient production
- High-purity polysilicon quality
- Strong presence in the Chinese market
- Established customer relationships
- Advanced production technology
Weaknesses
- Geographic concentration (China)
- Exposure to polysilicon price volatility
- Reliance on a single product (polysilicon)
- U.S. government restrictions related to Xinjiang region impacting import of product
- Potential over supply in the market
Opportunities
- Expanding global market share
- Increasing demand for solar energy
- Developing new polysilicon technologies
- Diversifying into related products
- Increasing production capacity
Threats
- Trade barriers and tariffs
- Competition from other polysilicon producers
- Fluctuations in raw material prices
- Changes in government policies
- Economic downturns
- Environmental regulations
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- GCL Technology (3800.HK)
- Wacker Chemie (WCH.DE)
- Tongwei (600438.SS)
Competitive Landscape
Daqo competes on cost, quality, and technology. It benefits from its scale and efficient operations, but faces challenges from larger, more diversified competitors.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Daqo New Energy has experienced significant growth in polysilicon production capacity and sales volume.
Future Projections: Analysts project continued growth in polysilicon demand, but this is contingent on market conditions and competition.
Recent Initiatives: Expansion of production facilities, technological upgrades, and strategic partnerships.
Summary
Daqo New Energy is a key polysilicon producer benefitting from the growing solar market, but they are also exposed to market volatility, trade issues and government policy. They have managed to maintain a strong cost-efficient production model. They need to diversify their products to offset these threats and take advantage of opportunities for growth.
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Sources and Disclaimers
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- Publicly available financial data
Disclaimers:
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About Daqo New Energy Corp ADR
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters - | ||
IPO Launch date 2010-10-07 | Chairman & CEO Mr. Xiang Xu | ||
Sector Technology | Industry Semiconductor Equipment & Materials | Full time employees 4749 | Website https://www.dqsolar.com |
Full time employees 4749 | Website https://www.dqsolar.com |
Daqo New Energy Corp., together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells polysilicon to photovoltaic product manufacturers in the People's Republic of China. Its products are used in ingots, wafers, cells, and modules for solar power solutions. The company was formerly known as Mega Stand International Limited and changed its name to Daqo New Energy Corp. in August 2009. The company was founded in 2006 and is based in Shanghai, the People's Republic of China.
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